experimental buildings

noun

UK /ɪkˌspɛrɪˈmɛntəl ˈbɪldɪŋz/

US /ɪkˌspɛrɪˈmɛntəl ˈbɪldɪŋz/

Buildings that are made to try out new ideas and see if they work.

The scientists built experimental buildings to test a new kind of wall.

SYNONYMS

test buildings trial buildings prototype buildings pilot buildings research buildings

RELATED WORDS

experiment architecture prototype construction testing

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Structures used in science experiments, such as labs or test chambers.

The experimental buildings on campus hold special equipment for research.

3. Buildings designed in a new or unusual style to see how people like them.

The city showed off experimental buildings made from recycled plastic.

4. Temporary buildings put up to try out a plan before building the real thing.

They put up experimental buildings first to check the design.